Specialized Care and Rapid Recovery

At the Roncal Veterinary Clinic, we offer a service of equine outpatient surgeries designed to provide specialized surgical care with minimal hospitalization.

Our team of expert veterinarians performs a wide variety of surgical procedures using advanced techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.

We focus on ensuring a rapid recovery and the well-being of your horse, allowing it to return to its familiar environment as soon as possible. Trust us to provide safe and effective surgical care for your equine companion.

Some outpatient surgeries we handle include:

Tooth Extraction

Tooth extraction is another common type of outpatient surgery, especially in young horses that have retained baby teeth or fractured teeth. The procedure is performed under sedation and may require the use of specialized equipment to extract the affected teeth without causing additional damage.

Postoperative Care:

After the extraction, it is crucial to maintain oral hygiene and administer pain relievers to alleviate pain. Horses should also be fed a soft diet until they fully recover.

Wound Surgery

Traumatic wounds are common in equines and often require surgical intervention to clean and suture them properly. This type of outpatient surgery helps prevent infections and promotes faster and more efficient healing.

Postoperative wound care includes regular bandage changes, administration of antibiotics and pain relievers, and limiting the horse's physical activity to prevent the wound from reopening.

Osteochondritis Dissecans Removal Surgery

Osteochondritis dissecans is an orthopedic condition in which abnormal cartilage forms in the horse's joints, which can lead to the formation of loose fragments. The surgery to remove these fragments is performed arthroscopically, minimizing trauma and facilitating a quicker recovery.

The main benefit of this surgery is improved mobility and reduced pain. This is crucial for competition horses, as OCD can significantly affect their performance.

Skin Tumor Removal Surgery

Horses can develop various types of skin tumors, such as sarcoids, melanomas, and squamous cell carcinomas. Surgery to remove these tumors can be performed through simple excision, cryotherapy, or laser.

This removal prevents their growth and potential malignancy. Additionally, it improves the horse's aesthetic appearance and well-being by eliminating possible sources of discomfort or pain.

Tumor recurrence is a concern, especially with sarcoids. Other risks include infection and abnormal scarring.

Trust us to provide safe and effective surgical care for your equine companion.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and ensure your horse's health and well-being.